Lahat ng Kabanata ng The Ultimate Cure: A New Husband: Kabanata 161 - Kabanata 170

Chris's favoritism toward Joan was something Adriana had long since grown used to. It didn't even hurt anymore. But this time, with solid evidence in hand, she had no intention of letting it slide."I'm not just helping you—I'm defending Sanctity Group's authority. Slater Group has been acting with complete impunity. What do they take our employees for?"You've worked day and night on that project, only to be repaid with betrayal. From now on, Sanctity Group will have nothing to do with the Slater family!"Neo's face darkened with anger. His fists clenched as he gestured sharply in the air."Charlie, upload the recording and send it to Dean."Charlie hesitated. "But Sir, he is still under investigation.""Then send it to Chris. Tell him he has one hour to give an explanation and a solution. I'll be waiting right here."Neo pulled off his suit vest and tossed it to Charlie before sitting down across from Adriana."Even if he comes up with a solution, I'll still make this public—

"You taught me how to write, read to me, picked out my clothes every day, and corrected my bad habits. All the things our parents should have done—you did them for me," Chris said as he lowered his head with a faint smile, concealing the flicker of loneliness in his eyes.He continued, "So when I learned that my own brother wanted me dead, my entire world collapsed. I've always listened to you, Dean. I still do. If you want a fight, then I'll see it through to the end."Dean tilted his head back. Sunlight filtered through the leaves, scattering across his face in broken fragments, making his already pale complexion appear almost translucent.When he felt the warmth of the light, he looked back at Chris, his expression once again as still and unreadable as an ancient well."Chris, you're crippled. They'll never allow a cripple to hold both the chairman and CEO positions—it would damage the company's image. Even if you defeat me, you still won't get what you want."A faint, mocking

After an indeterminate stretch of time, Adriana's knees had gone numb with pain. At last, Daisy lifted her head from Adriana's embrace and slowly pushed herself to her feet.Oliver stepped forward to steady her unsteady frame. "Aunt Daisy, if anyone is bullying you, you have to tell me.""Thank you." Daisy's voice was soft. She limped as she made her way out."I'll take care of it," Adriana said with a nod to Oliver before hurrying after her.She helped Daisy into the back seat and drove straight to the Nash family's private hospital.Upon arrival, she went to find Alex."Alex, I need a female doctor who can keep things confidential."Alex glanced at Daisy's haggard appearance. Without asking a single question, he immediately arranged for a reliable young female doctor.Adriana spoke gently, reassuring her, "Daisy, the director of this hospital is my friend. It's safe here."Daisy nodded obediently. She was too exhausted—too exhausted to care about anything anymore, even herse

Thirty minutes later, Adriana met Francesco at the café.He was the only one there. The dim, amber light fell over him, casting a soft halo around his figure.No matter how long she had known him, every time she saw him, her heart still stirred. Like a small fish gliding through a quiet stream—leaving no ripples, yet graceful all the same.On the table sat a cup of espresso, along with a glass of plain water.He slid the water toward her. "You should just have water."Adriana didn't mind. She hadn't come here for coffee anyway."The video you gave me—the last half-minute is completely unclear. Did you edit it that way on purpose, or…?""Maybe the USB got wet. Did you watch the first part?"Francesco took a sip of his coffee, the bitterness spreading from his mouth down into his chest."I did."Adriana nodded. After a brief pause, she changed her tone."But in extreme situations, people can unleash extraordinary physical potential. That video alone doesn't prove Chris has bee

Daisy took Adriana's hand and noticed faint calluses at the base of her fingers."Adriana, your hands are meant for scientific research; not for cooking and scrubbing pots."Adriana's eyes grew warm. She gave a soft "Mm."She might not excel in many things—but taking care of others was one of them.As they ate, Oliver arrived, carrying a large bag of breakfast.Seeing the spread already on the table, he let out a self-deprecating laugh. "I specially had the chef at home prepare a nutritious breakfast. Looks like I got here too late."Daisy looked pleased. "This was all made by Adriana herself. Much tastier than what you brought.""Then I guess I'm out of luck. I'll go share this with the medical staff."Oliver left with the bag and soon returned empty-handed."Aunt Daisy, don't worry too much about Uncle Dean's situation. I'll go ask my dad for help."Because of what Adriana had gone through, Neo had sworn never to cooperate with the Slater family again. That made his father